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Business Accountancy (International)

Prepare for the Canadian Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) designation.

Fill the ongoing demand for accountants.

Gain a deeper understanding of accounting practices and principles, accounting management, taxation, communications and business law.

Hone your skills through practical application and industry projects.

  • Program Type
    Full-time
  • Credential
    Post-Graduate Diploma
  • Program Delivery
    In-person
  • In-person Location
    Exchange District Campus
  • Intake
    Winter
  • Program Length
    20 months
  • Total Tuition / Fees for Courses
    $28,400 – $31,400
  • How to Enrol
    Application required
  • Application Type
    Regular admission
  • Work-Integrated Learning
    Gain hands-on experience with real work opportunities
  • International Program
    Open to students from around the globe

Experience a Polytechnic Education

Full-time Delivery: Something New Every Term

This post-graduate program is designed to help students prepare for the CPA designation. The program was developed from the CPA competency map that provides graduates with the opportunity to fill current and ongoing demand for accountants.

TERM 1

Learn the fundamentals of accounting, effective communication strategies, critical thinking and intercultural competence.

TERM 2

Study financial accounting, tax fundamentals, business law and statistics and further develop your communication skills.

TERM 3

Continue developing your accounting and communication skills while learning data analysis.

TERM 4

Further study accounting, communications and taxation while developing new skills in finance, auditing and project management.

TERM 5

Apply your new skills with work-integrated experiential learning. You will become a confident graduate with real work experience to incorporate into your resume when searching for career opportunities.

Employment Potential

Prepare yourself for career success

Potential Grad CAREERS

  • Accountant
  • Tax auditor
  • Policy planner
  • Financial analyst
  • Consultant

AFFILIATIONS AND ACCREDITATIONS

What to Expect in This Program

Get Prepared for the Future of Work

Excel with small class sizes, practical learning and experienced instructors, all focused on your success. With an employer-driven education, you won’t just be ready for a career – you’ll be prepared to stay in front of what’s ahead.

Transition smoothly to a career by learning all the relevant skills.
Industry-experienced instructors can provide insights into the current state of the business world.
Learn in up-to-date facilities exactly like those in the business world.
Enjoy the satisfaction that comes from good teamwork.
Developing your soft skills helps ensure success after graduation.
Everything you learn connects to real-world situations.

Graduate Success

Our graduates have a fantastic opportunity to succeed in the world of business and management due to the program’s structure.

EXPERIENCE A POLYTECHNIC EDUCATION

Dedicated instructors, student supports and practical application mean an exceptional experience, enabling the confidence and skills to succeed after graduation.

WORK WITH CAREER SPECIALISTS

Instructors are highly educated and experienced within the accountancy field, ensuring exceptional up-to-date training.

BECOME CAREER-READY

Instructors working with all the modern skills and requirements bring students up to speed with the best practices from the field of accountancy.

“The teaching methods were wonderful, and the College itself is well organized.”

Jean-Pierre Kisama, RRC Polytech Graduate

Who Should Enrol?

Turn your talents into academic success

As a student in the Business Accountancy program, you are results-oriented and a critical thinker. You also excel at organization.

Students that excel in this program often share these interests, skills and personality traits.

PERSONALITY TRAITS

  • Both introverts and extroverts
  • Detail-oriented
  • Ethical
  • Fair
  • Logical thinker

SKILLS

  • Communication
  • Integrity
  • Lifelong learning
  • Self-motivation
  • Time management

INTERESTS

  • Mathematics
  • Communications
  • Accounting
  • Taxation
  • Business law

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

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LOCATION, DATES AND FEES

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SCHOLARSHIPS

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OTHER INFORMATION

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DATES AND FEES

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LIST OF COURSES

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

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OTHER INFORMATION

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Your future is within reach, and we’re here to help you achieve it. Experience industry-focused opportunities available at RRC Polytech and develop the knowledge and skills to grow, lead and excel in your future career.

FINANCIAL AID

Support yourself while pursuing your RRC Polytech education. You may be eligible for loans, grants and bursaries to help tackle your financial needs.

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